B.A. in Theatre

Tuition comes to 39,100 USD per year.

This Bachelor of Arts in Theatre program offers hands-on learning in theatre arts, emphasizing collaboration with professional local theatre practitioners. Students gain broad knowledge and awareness of how theatre integrates with other disciplines like business and education. The program is distinguished by personal faculty mentoring, small class sizes, and instruction from active theatre professionals.

Graduates are prepared for artistic roles in theatre, television, and film, as well as careers in arts administration, management, writing, and public relations.

For international students, tuition is above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 95% of applicants.

Marian University grew from the vision of the Sisters of St. Francis of Oldenburg, Indiana, and continues a Catholic Franciscan mission focused on preparing transformative leaders for service. It is the nation’s first Franciscan research university and Indianapolis’ only Catholic university. Students can choose from more than 40 degree options, ranging from two-year associate programs and bachelor’s degrees to graduate study and medical school.

Academic areas include arts and sciences, business, education, engineering, community and health science, nursing, and osteopathic medicine. Students take the lead in research projects that address real-world challenges, with faculty guidance across science laboratories and community initiatives. Learning also extends through local and global service opportunities, leadership development, and preparation for careers in research, industry, and other professional fields.

The main campus is in Indianapolis, ten minutes from downtown, with classrooms, residence halls, athletic fields, and the Michael A. Evans Center for Health Sciences. Marian also operates a Plymouth location in northern Indiana and offers flexible online programs. International students should know that Franciscan values are presented as open to students of all faiths, creeds, and beliefs. The university combines academic study with service, personal development, and community participation.